Victor Cha, expert in international relations, discusses reimagining the G7 with a focus on expanding membership to include South Korea and Australia. Topics include the evolving role of the G7 in global governance, challenges of expanding membership, and recommendations for enhancing global relevance and effectiveness.

Victor D. Cha, a distinguished expert on Korean affairs and professor at Georgetown University, delves into the complexities of North Korea and the study of Korean unification. He discusses the oversimplified media narratives surrounding North Korea and the nuanced perceptions of its citizens. Cha examines the interplay between U.S.-South Korea military exercises and North Korean reactions, arguing they don't severely disrupt diplomacy. He also highlights gaps in expert understanding of unification, advocating for innovative research methods to uncover deeper insights.

Victor Cha, a prominent expert on geopolitics and former advisor in the Biden administration, delves into South Korea's ongoing political turmoil, discussing the impeachment of acting President Han Duck-soo and its implications for international relations, particularly regarding North Korea. The dialogue also shifts to the challenges and opportunities of transitioning back to office work post-pandemic, focusing on employee adaptation, particularly for parents, and the evolving hybrid work models that aim to balance flexibility with effective collaboration.

Victor Cha, an expert on North Korea, joins Maria Snegubaya, a specialist in Eurasia, Mark Kantsian, a retired Marine Corps Colonel, and Dennis Wilder, a U.S.-China relations scholar. They dive into North Korea's decision to send troops to Russia, exploring strategic incentives for both nations. The conversation reveals how this alliance could shape the battlefield in Ukraine and discusses China’s calculated stance on this evolving geopolitical landscape. They also address the implications of Russia's oil economy navigating sanctions and the potential risks of military collaboration.

Dr. Victor Cha discusses Putin's visit to Pyongyang and the Mutual Defense Treaty between Russia and North Korea, posing a significant threat to US national security. The podcast explores the implications for the US, its allies, and China, as well as the strategic moves in East Asia and Southeast Asia in response to recent developments.